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Christmas is a holiday classic by Mannheim Steamroller, originally released in 1984. The album features instrumental arrangements of traditional Christmas carols, as well as several original songs composed by Mannheim Steamroller's founder and leader, Chip Davis.
The album is notable for its innovative blend of classical music, electronic and rock elements, and modern recording techniques, which create a unique and festive sound. The arrangements range from the peaceful and reflective, such as "Stille Nacht" to the lively and joyful, such as "Deck the Halls".
The album has been a commercial success, selling over 6 million copies in the United States alone and becoming one of the best-selling Christmas albums of all time. It has also received critical acclaim for its musical arrangements and production values.
"Christmas" has been re-released several times with additional tracks and remixes, and has spawned several follow-up albums by Mannheim Steamroller. The album has become a staple of holiday music playlists and is enjoyed by people of all ages, making it a beloved part of the Christmas season.
Tracklist
| 1 | Deck The Halls | 3:29 | |
| 2 | We Three Kings | 3:40 | |
| 3 | Bring A Torch, Jeannette, Isabella | 2:32 | |
| 4 | Coventry Carol | 2:38 | |
| 5 | Good King Wenceslas | 3:29 | |
| 6 | Wassail, Wassail | 2:20 | |
| 7 | Carol Of The Birds | 2:03 | |
| 8 | I Saw Three Ships | 1:28 | |
| 9 | God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen | 1:37 | |
| 10 | God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen | 4:19 | |
| 11 | Stille Nacht | 5:26 |